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7.1 Determining Correct Load Limit – Trailer
7.1.1 Trailers 10,000 Pounds GVWR or Less
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3. Determine the combined weight of luggage and cargo being loaded on the
vehicle. That weight may not safely exceed the available cargo and luggage load
capacity.
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7.2 Determining Correct Load Limit – Tow Vehicle
1. Locate the statement, “The combined weight of occupants and cargo should
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2. Determine the combined weight of the driver and passengers who will be riding
in your vehicle.
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passengers in your vehicle, the amount of available cargo and luggage capacity is
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5. Determine the combined weight of luggage and cargo being loaded on the
vehicle. That weight may not safely exceed the available cargo and luggage capacity
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6. If your vehicle will be towing a trailer, load from your trailer will be transferred
to your vehicle. Consult the tow vehicle’s manual to determine how this weight
transfer reduces the available cargo and luggage capacity of your vehicle.
7.3 Glossary of Terminology
Accessory weight: The combined weight (in excess of those standard items which
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windows, power seats, radio and heater, to the extent that these items are available
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Bead: The part of the tire that is made of steel wires, wrapped or reinforced by ply
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Bead separation: This is the breakdown of the bond between components in the
bead.
Bias ply tire: A pneumatic tire in which the ply cords that extend to the beads are
laid at alternate angles substantially less than 90 degrees to the center line of the
tread.
SECTION 7: TIRE & SAFETY
INFORMATION
CHECKING & CHANGING TIRES